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How can I improve my vocabulary and writing?

I am a junior doing IB so I'm expected to be at the very least decent with my writing, which I am. But I sometimes feel a little overwhelmed when I look at my peers and see how easy it is for them to express their ideas so clearly. I do gotta say that I am introverted, which could maybe have effect? However, I speak when I know I have to. Anytime I have to write an essay spontaneously, I notice that my brain kind off goes blank and I resort to using somewhat basic language to express my point. I enjoy reading so I am more than open to look at books for help with expanding my vocabulary and learning how to write better. Please feel free to share any tips!

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Adrienne’s Answer

Hi Ariana,

I agree with what others have said. I read a lot and always have a thesaurus or dictionary nearby.

Try solving word puzzles like crosswords, word searches, and Wordle. They can really help!
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Rich’s Answer

Build vocabulary by reading.

Improve you writing by writing more. Reading helps too.
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Tom’s Answer

Expand your vocabulary. Write with a thesaurus by your side, learn from it and gauge when to use the new words you'll learn. If you have a writer's ear, and it sounds like you might, then you'll understand when to use certain words and when to keep it simple. Make sure your readers can understand what you're saying, don't go too intellectual, and keep doing what you're doing.
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Wong’s Answer

Hi Ariana. A great way to build vocabulary is to read more actively. When you see a word you don't know or a sentence that sounds nice, pause and note it down. You can keep a small vocabulary list where you write the word, what it means, and an example sentence. Try using a few of these new words the next time you write something. Over time, they'll start to feel natural.

When it comes to writing, don't try to make your first sentence perfect. Many people "go blank" because they feel pressured to write well immediately. Instead, you can jot down any ideas that come to mind. Once you have a few thoughts on the page, it becomes much easier to turn them into clear paragraphs.

It also helps to look at good writing examples, like good essays or opinion articles. You need to pay attention to how the writer introduces their ideas, how they explain their points, and how they move from one idea to the next. You can even practice copying their structure in a short paragraph to get a feel for how effective writing flows.
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